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Hostal Mi Amore

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La propiedad — Hostal Mi Amore

Hostal Mi Amore is a modest three-star in Lima’s Miraflores district, a short walk from the coastal cliff edge. The lobby is functional: tiled floors, a small reception desk, and a few potted plants – it feels clean and no-nonsense. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a safe, central base within walking distance of the Larcomar shopping centre and the Malecón boardwalk. There is no pool or restaurant on site, so you’ll eat out, but the rooms come with free Wi-Fi and private bathrooms.

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Crónicas de Lima

Lima was founded in 1535 by Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro as the ‘City of Kings’, and for centuries it was the most powerful city in South America. After independence, the old colonial core with its wooden balconies and baroque churches slowly fractured through earthquakes and neglect, while the wealthy moved south to beachside suburbs like Miraflores. Today, Lima is a sprawling, gritty metropolis of 10 million people, defined by its world-class ceviche, the Pacific fog that lasts until midday, and a growing contemporary art scene that sits alongside Inca and colonial relics.

El mejor momento para visitar

Guía completa de Lima →

Los mejores meses

December to March: summer brings no rain, warm days (24–28°C) and clear skies over the coast, ideal for the Malecón walks and beach life. April and November are also good with fewer crowds.

Peak / Festival Surge

July and August are peak for domestic and international tourists escaping winter elsewhere – but Lima’s winter is overcast, grey, and cool (15–18°C). Hotel prices rise 15–25% around Fiestas Patrias (28–29 July), when local demand spikes.

La temporada del hombro

September and October offer deep discounts (often 30% off peak rates) and still moderate temperatures (17–20°C). Fewer tourists mean short museum queues and quieter restaurants.

Tiempo y embalaje

Lima is famously foggy from May to November – the garúa hangs over the coast, making damp, drizzly mornings common. Bring a lightweight waterproof jacket and leave the umbrella; the drizzle is fine enough to annoy but rarely soaks you through.

Briefing en vivo de la ciudad — Lima

  • The Lima Metro Line 2 extension continues; expect partial closures and shuttle bus disruptions on Avenida La Marina through July 2026. Avoid driving through Lince district if possible.
  • Larcomar shopping centre has opened a new climbing wall and outdoor food market (eat-in containers) on its back terrace – opens late, good for a cheap dinner with ocean views.
  • Fiestas Patrias fireworks display on 28 July will likely block the Malecón from Larcomar to Parque Salazar from 6pm; plan your walk route beforehand.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to Hostal Mi Amore, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Request a room on the 3rd floor or above, facing the inner courtyard (rear). These are quieter and away from street activity, given the hotel is on a main Lima avenue with traffic noise.

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Rooms to avoid

Avoid ground-floor rooms or those facing the front of the building, as they pick up street noise from the busy Lima address and lobby activity.

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Best views

Rooms at the rear offer a view of the courtyard or neighbouring buildings; front-facing rooms on higher floors might glimpse the street but with traffic noise.

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Quietest floors

Floors 3 to 5 (top floors) are generally quieter, with less foot traffic and better sound insulation from the street.

🔊 Noise notes

Lima street noise is constant, especially during rush hours (7-9am, 5-8pm). The hotel's address on a main road means buses, taxis, and honking are common. Earplugs advisable for light sleepers.

Insider tips

1. Ask for a room on floor 4 or 5 at check-in (no lift noise, better quiet). 2. If you're sensitive to noise, request a rear courtyard-facing room explicitly—standard front rooms are cheaper but louder.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

Instalaciones hoteleras — Hostal Mi Amore

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Wi-Fi

Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps, one device per room). Premium tier (25 Mbps, four devices) costs PEN 15 per 24 hours. No login required—just select 'HostalMiAmore' network and accept terms.

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Lift / Elevator

One lift serves all 5 floors; no stairs-only sections. Lift may be small (fits 3 people with one suitcase).

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Media & Newspapers

No complimentary digital newsstand or physical papers. Lobby has a small bookshelf with old magazines and a city map.

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Check-in / Check-out

Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop available from 08:00 (free, but room not guaranteed before 14:00). Late check-out until 15:00 costs PEN 60 (must request by 10:00). Standard check-out is 12:00.

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Baggage Storage

Free for same-day storage (08:00–22:00). Overnight storage not offered—guests must return by 22:00 or take bags.

Accessibility

No step-free access: a single step up at the main entrance. No wheelchair-accessible rooms or adapted bathrooms. Lift is narrow (60 cm door). Guests with mobility issues should contact hotel in advance to discuss alternatives.

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Parking

No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: 'Estacionamiento Larcomar' (Av. José Larco 1251, entrance on Calle Bellavista), PEN 12 per hour / PEN 50 per overnight (20:00–08:00). No EV charging available. Street parking is scarce and metered (PEN 2.50 per hour) but not recommended overnight due to safety.

Tarifas, Impuestos y Depósitos

City / tourist tax: None (VAT included in rate; no separate tourist tax for domestic or foreign guests)

Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; a PEN 100 incidentals hold per room at check-in (credit/debit card, refunded upon checkout if no extras)

Faith & Dietary cerca de

  • Church: Iglesia Biblica Bautista de Palmas Reales (760 m · ~10 min walk)
  • Church: Gruta Virgen del Carmen (851 m · ~11 min walk)
  • Church: Iglesia Evangelica Bautista (971 m · ~12 min walk)
  • Church: La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días (993 m · ~12 min walk)

Estilo de vida y recreación local

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Shopping

Comercial Laura Caller — 2.4 km · ~30 min walk

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Walking & Running

Parque N1 de Rosario del Norte — 393 m · ~5 min walk

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Theatres & Concerts

CREA — 1.6 km · ~21 min walk

5 minutos de radio esenciales

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Nearest ATM

Scotiabank — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk

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Nearest Pharmacy

Botica Libertad — 292 m · ~4 min walk

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Convenience Store

Repshop — 223 m · ~3 min walk

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Nearest Transit

VANS PERU HUANDOY A PRO — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk

Dinero y moneda

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Local currency

Peruvian Sol, PEN

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Where to exchange

Use ATMs in malls or banks for the best rate; avoid airport exchange booths and tourist bureaux that give poor rates.

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Cards & contactless

Visa/Mastercard are widely accepted in supermarkets, malls, and nicer restaurants; smaller shops and market stalls are cash-only. Contactless is common.

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Tipping etiquette

Not expected but appreciated: round up the bill in casual restaurants, 5-10% in nicer ones; taxi drivers don't expect a tip; hotel porters get S/5-10.

Comer, comprar y viajar en un presupuesto

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Cheap coffee

A basic black coffee from a local bakery or kiosk is around S/4-5.

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Best-value lunch

A menú del día (soup + main + drink) in a small eatery costs S/10-15.

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Affordable dinner

A main course at a casual pollería or chifa runs S/15-20.

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Street food & cheap eats

Markets like Mercado de Surquillo or street stalls in Miraflores sell anticuchos, picarones, and empanadas for S/5-10.

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Budget groceries

Plaza Vea, Tottus, and Metro are common budget supermarkets.

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Affordable clothes

Gamarra market district has bulk cheap clothing; Polvos Azules sells basics and knockoffs.

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Cheapest way around

The Metropolitano bus system costs S/2.50 per ride (requires a rechargeable card). From the airport, take the Airport Express bus (S/8) rather than a taxi (S/50+).

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Money-saving tips

Always eat at menú del día places for lunch, not dinner, to get best value; use shared combis or buses instead of taxis; buy bottled water from supermarkets not street vendors.

bueno saber — Lima

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Plugs & power

Type A/C · 220V

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Tap water

not safe — drink bottled

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Currency

$1 ≈ PEN 3.4 · PEN

Emergency Contacts

Lima
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Police
105
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Ambulance / Medical
106
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Fire Department
116

Dial 105 for police, 106 for ambulance, and 116 for fire brigade. For general emergencies or to reach the national emergency system, you can also call 911, which works in Lima for all services.

💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.

Where to Eat

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La Orejita barbecue
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Barzela Local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
3
El Bolivarcito Local
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
4
Union Central Lima Local
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Cosmos Local
££
🚶 15 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Norky's peruvian
££
🚶 18 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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La Casona Café Restaurant Local
££
🚶 21 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Cevicheria La Bahia Secreta Local
££
🚶 24 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Lima, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.

Your arrival at Hostal Mi Amore

🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🧭 First things nearby: cash · Scotiabank — 1.3 km · ~16 min walkpharmacy · Botica Libertad — 292 m · ~4 min walk

🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →

En torno a

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Metropolitano Bus 3.50 PEN (approx. £0.70) per ride with rechargeable card

Central Lima (Estacion Central) → Hotel Bahia (Angamos stop, Miraflores)

25 min · every 3-5 minutes (peak), every 10-15 minutes (off-peak) · 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM (Mon-Sat), 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM (Sun)

💡 Only useful if you're already in central Lima. Buy a Tarjeta Metropolitano at the station. Avoid during rush hour (7-9 AM, 5-7 PM) as it gets packed.

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Airport Express Lima 35 PEN (approx. £7) one-way

Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) → Hotel Bahia (Miraflores, Larco Mar stop)

50 min · every 30 minutes · 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM

💡 Book online for a small discount. The bus has luggage space and WiFi. Get off at Larco Mar, then a 5-minute walk to the hotel.

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Uber/Cabify 45-70 PEN (approx. £9-14) depending on surge

Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) → Hotel Bahia (Miraflores)

40 min · on demand · 24/7

💡 App-based ride is safer than street cabs. Pickup is outside the arrivals exit. Cabify often has fixed prices; Uber may surge late at night.

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Official Airport Taxi (Green Taxi) 60-80 PEN (approx. £12-16)

Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) → Hotel Bahia (Miraflores)

40 min · on demand · 24/7

💡 Pre-pay at the official booth inside arrivals. Ignore touts outside; they charge more and are less safe.

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Preguntas frecuentes

What are the best rooms at Hostal Mi Amore?

Request a room on the 3rd floor or above, facing the inner courtyard (rear). These are quieter and away from street activity, given the hotel is on a main Lima avenue with traffic noise.

Which rooms should I avoid at Hostal Mi Amore?

Avoid ground-floor rooms or those facing the front of the building, as they pick up street noise from the busy Lima address and lobby activity.

Is Hostal Mi Amore noisy?

Lima street noise is constant, especially during rush hours (7-9am, 5-8pm). The hotel's address on a main road means buses, taxis, and honking are common. Earplugs advisable for light sleepers.

Which rooms have the best views at Hostal Mi Amore?

Rooms at the rear offer a view of the courtyard or neighbouring buildings; front-facing rooms on higher floors might glimpse the street but with traffic noise.

What are insider tips for staying at Hostal Mi Amore?

1. Ask for a room on floor 4 or 5 at check-in (no lift noise, better quiet). 2. If you're sensitive to noise, request a rear courtyard-facing room explicitly—standard front rooms are cheaper but louder.

What time is check-in at Hostal Mi Amore?

Check-in at Hostal Mi Amore is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does Hostal Mi Amore have Wi-Fi?

Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps, one device per room). Premium tier (25 Mbps, four devices) costs PEN 15 per 24 hours. No login required—just select 'HostalMiAmore' network and accept terms.

Is there a city or tourist tax at Hostal Mi Amore?

None (VAT included in rate; no separate tourist tax for domestic or foreign guests)

Where can I eat cheaply near Hostal Mi Amore?

A menú del día (soup + main + drink) in a small eatery costs S/10-15.

What is the cheapest way to get around from Hostal Mi Amore?

The Metropolitano bus system costs S/2.50 per ride (requires a rechargeable card). From the airport, take the Airport Express bus (S/8) rather than a taxi (S/50+).

When is the best time to visit Lima?

December to March: summer brings no rain, warm days (24–28°C) and clear skies over the coast, ideal for the Malecón walks and beach life. April and November are also good with fewer crowds.

Principales atracciones en Lima

Plaza de Armas (Plaza Mayor) Free

💡 Guards change at the Government Palace at noon most days—arrive early for a clear spot.

Parque del Amor Free

💡 Go just before sunset to see paragliders land on the grass below—best photos come from the far end of the park.

Cathedral of Lima

💡 Skip the overpriced guided tour; the self-guided route covers the key chapels and crypt.

Huaca Pucllana

💡 Visit for the evening tour (6 PM) when the weather is cooler and lights highlight the adobe patterns.

Museo de la Nación

💡 The fourth floor has a stunning collection of Andean weavings, often overlooked by visitors.

ℹ️ Nota de datos: La información se basa en datos públicos, análisis de IA y fuentes de Internet. Los detalles, incluidas la configuración de las habitaciones, los precios, los horarios de apertura y las listas de eventos, pueden ser inexactos o desactualizados.
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